JetBlue Vacations is reporting a significant spike in demand for vacation packages this summer.
According to the vacation packager, bookings between June and August for vacation packages are up 66 percent compared to the same time frame last year. What's more, searches for vacation packages for June, July and August travel are up 32 percent compared to the same time frame in 2022.
According to JetBlue Vacations' data, beach destinations are garnering the most interest. Punta Cana is the top destination for booked vacation packages, followed by Montego Bay, Jamaica; Cancun, Mexico; Aruba; Nassau, Bahamas; Orlando, Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Curacao and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. JetBlue Vacations also found that the average length of stay is 6.5 nights, which is longer compared to previous years.
JetBlue Vacations has also seen increased interest in all-inclusive resort stays and cruise packages this summer, with bookings for flight and cruise packages increasing by 36 percent compared to the same time last year.
"We’ve noticed a growing trend in summer travel bookings, with a majority of our customers opting for beach and warm weather destinations, particularly in the Caribbean," Andres Barry, President, JetBlue Travel Products, said in a statement.
"As we head into the busy summer travel period, we encourage travelers to book early to secure the best deals and availability. To get the best value for your money, we highly recommend booking a JetBlue Vacation package, which not only provides access to exclusive deals and perks but also guarantees a worry-free vacation experience backed by JetBlue’s signature customer service."
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